A developer is planning to build homes on land that includes a wetland. What is the most likely ecological concern?

Wetlands absorb and store excess water, which helps reduce flooding, and they provide habitat for many plants and animals. Draining or building over a wetland can remove these benefits, increasing flood risk and reducing available habitat. Therefore, the most likely concern is that draining wetlands may increase flooding and reduce habitats.

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